Eagle Weather Vane

c. 1938

Edward L. Loper

Associated Names
Edward L. Loper

Artist, American, 1916 - 2011

The image shows a weathervane with an eagle on top, a spherical base, and an arrow marking directions. The colors are mainly bronze and gold, with darker metallic hues for cardinal direction indicators. The eagle is at the top, the arrow runs horizontally through the middle, and the letters W, N, S, and E are positioned around the base, indicating cardinal directions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.9 x 21.2 cm (11 3/4 x 8 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16189

More About this Artwork

The image depicts an intricate assembly of geometric shapes converging to form a large central star pattern. The design features vibrant hues of red, blue, yellow, and white. The central pattern is surrounded by a frame composed of smaller triangles in a repeating sequence. Along the border, the design includes floral motifs filled with pink and green. The composition draws connections to traditional quilt patterns, resembling a textile art piece crafted with colorful patches.

Interactive Article:  How the Index of American Design Kickstarted Edward Loper’s Art Career

The acclaimed Delaware artist first brought his artistic ambitions to life drawing decorative art objects for the Work Progress Administration project.

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 458, no. 1592.

Inscriptions

lower left in watercolor: Edward L. Loper / DEL. 259-1

Wikidata ID

Q64557494

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